1979 Austin Marina vs. 1985 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1985 Fiat Uno is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Austin Marina would be higher. At 1,274 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Austin Marina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Fiat Uno (106 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno should accelerate faster than 1979 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Austin Marina weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Fiat Uno.
Because 1979 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Fiat Uno (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Austin Marina. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Fiat Uno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Austin Marina | 1985 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Austin | Fiat |
| Model | Marina | Uno |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1274 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 63.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2370 mm |
